Saturday, Nov. 23

Christians United for Israel (CUFI) North Georgia Chapter, along with Pastor Neal Grimes, invites the community to a “Israel Advocacy Breakfast” on Saturday, Nov. 23, from 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Mount Pisgah Baptist Church, 66 Westbrook Road, Ringgold. The purpose of this event is to share why Christians should support Israel and what you can do to defend Israel. An update on what is happening to the Jewish people around the world and the crisis in the Middle East is included. The event is open to the public. There is a $10 charge for the meal. Please call Margaret Bean at 423-645-1552 or email her at mrbean1@catt.com to make a reservation. All people are welcome regardless of denomination or religion. This event features Pastor Victor Styrsky is a nationally sought-after speaker on Israel and the issues facing the Jewish people. As CUFI’S National Outreach director and Eastern Regional coordinator, Pastor Styrsky has been a pastor, music director, and pro-israel activist for more than 25 years. He is the author of “Honest to God — Christian Zionists Confront 10 Questions Jews Need Answered.” He has been a frequent speaker at college campuses, churches, synagogues, AIPAC, and for other pro-israel organizations across the nation. Additionally, special music will be provided by the Ringgold First Baptist Church’s Men’s Ensemble directed by Allen Goodwin. Rev. Eric Purser is minister of music at Ringgold First Baptist Church and sings with the group.

The staff of Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will commemorate the 156th anniversary of the Battles for Chattanooga with a series of special programs taking place in and around the city from